BEWARE, a swim in these bodies of water could paralyze your dogs. New York Harmful Algal Bloom confirmed in several locations around the Capital Region.
- Thompsons Lake – Albany County
- Washington Park Pond – Albany County
- Bonita Lake – Saratoga County
- Lake Luzerne – Warren County
- View this interactive MAP
If you see a blueish-green algae on the surface of the water beware! There could be toxins and other harmful compounds that can pose a threat to your health and your pets. Avoid ingestion, skin contact or inhalation.
According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) When it gets hot, like it has been, New Yorkers, tourists and pets need to be on the lookout for Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs), which multiply rapidly in warmer conditions.
When it comes to your pets, HABs cells can stick to animal fur. Rinse your pet with clean water. Contact a veterinarian immediately if your pet shows signs of disorientation, depression, difficulty breathing, paralysis or excessive drooling or salivation, especially within 30 minutes of exposure.
Should you make contact with HABs:
- Get out of the water
- Rinse with clean water
- Seek medical attention immediately is you experience vomiting, diarrhea, breathing difficulty or skin, eye or throat irritation
Don’t let children or pets wade, drink the water, or walk in beach debris if you suspect an algae bloom is present. The best advice is “Know it, Avoid it, Report it.” Following this advice will greatly reduce the likelihood of exposure to HABs. – NYSDEC
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